All items sold on this site are things of beauty. And like all things of beauty these items also need to be taken care of to preserve their beauty longer. We have listed down some of the very basic care that must be taken of the items that you purchase. The care to be taken is very basic and simple, but it makes a huge difference in the longevity of the items. If you do not find what you are looking for or need further information then please contact us.

Applique

The basic material used in any appliqué craft is cotton cloth. The cotton cloth is hand dyed in most cases. So it has a tendency to lose colour when exposed to direct sunlight and washed with water. For outdoor use appliqué work is specifically done with synthetic waterproof cloth. Following are the dos and don’ts for appliqué craft.

Do

• Dust your appliqué items regularly.
• Wall hangings, bed sheets, table cloth etc can be dry cleaned once in a while.

Don’t

• Don’t leave cotton appliqué item in the sun.
• Cotton appliqué items should not be cleaned with water.
• Do not let the bulb get too near to the cloth in the lamp shades.

Pattachitra

Care of Pattachitra should be taken just like a water colour painting. It is made either on layered cotton cloth, paper or on tasar silk cloth with colours that are mixed with water. These are the dos and don’ts for Pattachitra paintings.

Do

• Frame the Pattachitra paintings using a backing board and protective glass to protect it from heat, humidity and dust.
• Alternatively protective liquid spray can be applied.
• Keep the painting far from water and fire.

Don’t

• Don’t leave unframed paintings open for a long time.
• Do not touch the surface of the painting to avoid staining.

Palm leave engraving

Dried palm leaves are used to make these beautiful and rustic looking craft. Simple decorative pieces or even utilitarian items are made using this craft. This is how you take care of this craft.

Do

• Frame the wall hangings using a backing board and protective glass to protect it from heat, humidity and dust.
• Dust the unframed and unframable items regularly.
• Keep these far from water and fire.

Don’t

• Don’t use a fixative spray to protect it.
• Do not touch the surface of the painting to avoid staining.

Grass, Bamboo and Cane

These items have a natural beauty because of the colour and sheen that they possess. All these items are generally polished with a protective liquid to save them from water. Following tips will help you keep them shining longer.

Do

• Dust them regularly.
• Keep these dry and far from fire, as the items can catch fire easily.

Don’t

• Don’t wash them with water. If they come in contact with water shake off the excess water and dry them immediately in sun.
• To remove stains wipe with a wet cloth and dry immediately.

Papier Mache

Papier mache craft is coloured using water as a medium and then polished with a protective liquid. Very simple care has to be taken for these items.

Do

• Dust them regularly.
• Keep it far from fire and water. If it gets wet dry immediately in sun.

Textiles

All textiles sold on this site are made up of natural fabrics only and are hand woven. Great care must be taken to preserve their beauty. Do the following to take care of them.

Do

• Dry clean the silk clothes. Do not wash them with water.
• The cotton textiles must be dry cleaned the first time. Subsequently they can be washed with water.
• When not in use keep the clothes in a clean dry and cool place away from dust.
• Keep the cotton clothes ironed.

Don’t

• Never wash the silk clothes with water.
• Do not use a hot press to iron the silk clothes.

Stone and Metal Craft

Stone and Metal craft items do not require much care as they are naturally strong. Very simple care should be taken.

Do

• Dust them regularly.
• Occasionally wipe with a wet cloth.
• Metal craft items can be polished with an abrassive if an oxide layer forms on the surface.

Wood Craft

Wooden craft items should be cared for just like any other wooden item.

Do

• Dust them regularly.
• Keep them away from fire and all kinds of liquids. Dry in sun if these come in contact with water.

Don’t

• Never clean them with water or even a wet cloth.